Will my CookBook subscription renew automatically?
Quick answer: Yes. Whether you subscribed through the App Store, Google Play or Stripe (web checkout), your plan renews automatically, unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the current period (or free-trial period) ends.
Monthly plan
Charged immediately, then every 30 days.
Auto-renews until you cancel.
Yearly plan (includes a 14-day free trial)
Enjoy every feature free for seven days.
If you don’t cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends, the first annuaFew readersHow do I change my CookBook password, username, or email?
Quick answer: Open Side menu ☰ → Username → Manage & update account. From there you can edit your password, username, or email and tap Save.
Update your account details
Sign in to the CookBook app or the web app at app.cookbookmanager.com.
Tap the Side menu (☰).
Tap on your Username.
Tap Manage & update account.
Edit the Password, Username, or Email fields as needed.
Tap Save to confirm.
Tap Done.
Notes on AppleFew readersWhat happens when my current subscription expires?
Quick answer: If auto-renew is ON, your plan continues with no interruption. If you’ve cancelled auto-renew, the plan ends on its renewal date and your account drops to the free tier - allowing you to open only your 20 most-recent recipes and two shopping lists until you resubscribe.
Will my plan renew automatically?
Yes - if you left auto-renew active in the App Store, Google Play, or Stripe billing portal.
No - if you cancelled auto-renew at least 24 hours before tFew readersHow can I purchase CookBook as a gift?
Quick answer: App stores don’t allow gifting app subscriptions directly. You can gift CookBook using an Apple or Google Play gift card, or by setting up a CookBook account in advance and transferring it to the recipient. There are a couple of important limitations explained below.
Option 1: Gift with an Apple or Google Play gift card (recommended)
Because subscriptions are managed by Apple and Google, gift cards are the simplest and most flexible option.
Apple (iOS) 🍏Few readersHow do I update my billing information & card details?
Quick answer: Open Side menu ☰ → Username → Manage Plan, then tap the Manage plan button. CookBook sends you to Apple, Google Play, or Stripe - whichever service you used to subscribe, where you can edit your card or billing info.
Find the right billing portal
From the CookBook dashboard, tap the Side menu ☰.
Tap your Username.
In Update subscription, note which button you see:
Manage subscription → opens Apple App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).Few readersHow do I cancel my CookBook subscription?
Quick answer: Open Side menu ☰ → Username → Manage plan → Manage plan button and follow the link to Apple App Store, Google Play, or Stripe (whichever you used to subscribe). Cancel at least 24 hours before the trial or billing period ends to avoid the next charge.
Important to know!
14-day trial: Cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends to avoid the first yearly charge.
Renewals: Cancel 24 hours before your next billing date to stop auto-renew.
DeletingFew readersHow much does CookBook cost?
Quick answer: CookBook is free to try - store 20 recipes, run 20 smart imports and use two basic shopping lists. Upgrade to Monthly or Yearly (with a 14-day free trial) for unlimited access. Exact prices are set by your country’s App Store, Google Play, or Stripe checkout and include local taxes.
Free and paid plan options
Subscriptions will be priced according to your country and taxes, see our pricing page here.
Prices vary by regionFew readersHow do I restore my CookBook purchase?
Quick answer: Open the CookBook app, go to Side menu ☰ → Your username → Manage plan → Restore purchase, then confirm. This re-links the plan stored in your App Store or Google Play account to the CookBook user you’re currently signed in as.
Restore your purchase in the CookBook app
Tap the Side menu (☰)
Tap your username at the top of the menu
Tap Manage plan
Scroll down and tap Restore purchase
Read the warning pop up, then tap Continue
WaFew readersHow do I cancel my CookBook subscription with Stripe?
Quick answer: Open Side menu ☰ → Username → Manage plan → Manage plan button, which launches the Stripe billing portal. Tap Cancel plan, confirm, and you will not be charged again after the current period (or 14-day trial) ends.
Important to know!
14-day trial: Cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends to avoid the first yearly charge.
Renewals: Cancel 24 hours before your next billing date to stop auto-renew.
Deleting the app or your CookBook accountFew readersHow do I delete my CookBook account?
Quick answer: Deleting your CookBook account is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure you cancel any active subscription first, then follow the steps below to remove your account.
Important before you start
Deletion is permanent - All recipes and data will be erased.
Subscriptions are not cancelled automatically - If you’re on a paid plan, cancel the subscription first.
Delete your account
Tap the Side menu (☰).
Tap on your Username
Tap Manage & updFew readersIs there a free trial of CookBook?
Quick answer: Yes. When you choose the yearly plan, you get a 14-day free trial. Everyone can also explore CookBook’s free tier - store up to 20 recipes, use 20 smart imports, and create basic shopping lists before a subscription is required.
What you get with Pro during the trial
Unlimited recipe imports (web, Instagram, TikTok, PDFs, OCR scans).
AI Chef for new recipes, swaps and dish images.
Macro calculator with daily targets in the planner.
Meal planFew readersHow do I reset my CookBook password?
Quick answer: On the login screen tap Lost your password? and we’ll email you a reset link. If you registered with Apple or Google single-sign-on, use the same Apple/Google button instead of a password reset. You can also choose Sign in by email code to log in without a password.
Reset your password (email / username accounts)
Open CookBook and tap Login.
Enter your email address (or username) and tap Login with email.
Tap Lost your passworFew readersWhy do I need to create a CookBook account?
Quick answer: A CookBook account keeps your recipes private, backs them up in the cloud, and lets you open the same collection on every phone, tablet, or computer you own
Why an account is required
Privacy and security - Only you can see or edit the recipes saved under your login.
Cloud backup - Your recipes are stored safely on CookBook’s servers, so nothing is lost if you lose or replace a device.
Sync across devices - Sign in once on each phone, tablet, or compuFew readersWhat happens when I reach the free limits?
Quick answer: The free tier lets you store 20 recipes, run 20 smart imports, and create 2 shopping lists. When you hit any limit or when a paid subscription expires, CookBook switches to read-only mode for everything above those limits until you choose a new plan.
Free tier limits
20 stored recipes
20 smart imports (web, socials, OCR scans)
2 limited shopping lists – one General Items list and your most-recent custom list
After that you’ll see a promptFew readersHow to cancel your free trial
Quick answer: You can cancel anytime during your free trial in your App Store or Google Play settings, there’s no need to contact us. Cancelling before the trial ends will stop any charges.
On iOS (Apple App Store)
Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad.
Tap your Apple ID name at the top.
Select Subscriptions.
Find and tap CookBook.
Tap Cancel Free Trial (or Cancel Subscription) and confirm.
Apple will show the date your trial ends, after this dFew readers